2021 Toyota Avalon Instrument Cluster Dashboard | How to use

2021 Toyota Avalon Instrument Cluster Dashboard | How to use

The instrument cluster panel in the 2021 Toyota Avalon is a perfect example of how cutting-edge technology and user-friendly design can work together to make the driving experience better. The digital control panel is well-thought-out and shows important information like speed, fuel level, and engine performance clearly and concisely. The bright and flexible color interface makes it easy to see, even in a variety of driving situations. It is easy to find your way around the instrument cluster, and the controls are conveniently located on the steering wheel for extra convenience. In addition, adding high-tech features like a full entertainment system and displays for driver aid makes the dashboard work better overall. The instrument cluster dashboard in the 2021 Toyota Avalon is a great example of how to make technology easy to use. It lets drivers keep an eye on car metrics and access entertainment options without any problems.

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Warning lights and indicators

The warning lights and indicators on the instrument cluster, center panel, and outside rearview mirrors inform the driver of the status of the vehicle’s various systems.
For explanation, the following illustrations display all warning lights and indicators illuminated.
The units used on the meters and some indicators may differ depending on the target region.

Warning lights

Warning lights inform the driver of malfunctions in the indicated vehicle’s systems.

The brake system warning light (U.S.A.)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates that:

 

• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

The brake system warning light (Canada) (Red)
Brake system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates that:

 

• The brake fluid level is low; or
• The brake system is malfunctioning

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer. Continuing to drive the vehicle may be dangerous.

The brake system warning light (Yellow)
The brake system warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates a malfunction in the electric parking brake Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

High coolant temperature warning light
High coolant temperature warning light (warning buzzer) Indicates that the engine coolant temperature is too high

• Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. Handling method

Charging system warning light
Charging system warning light*1

 

• Indicates a malfunction in the vehicle’s charging system

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Low engine oil pressure warning light
Low engine oil pressure warning light (warning buzzer)

• Indicates that the engine oil pressure is too low

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place and contact your Toyota dealer.

Malfunction indicator lamp (U.S.A.)
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Malfunction indicator lamp (Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The electronic engine control system;
• The electronic throttle control system; or
• The electronic automatic transmission control system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

SRS warning light
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The SRS airbag system;
• The front passenger occupant classification system; or
• The seat belt pretensioner system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

ABS warning light (U.S.A.)
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

ABS warning light (Canada)
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The ABS; or
• The brake assist system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Brake Override System\Drive-Start Control/Intelligent Clearance Sonar (if equipped) warning light
When a buzzer sounds:

 

• The Brake Override System is malfunctioning;
• Drive-Start Control is operating;
• Drive-Start Control is malfunctioning; or
• The Intelligent Clearance Sonar (if equipped) is operating

1. Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-mation display.
   When a buzzer does not sound:
   The Brake Override System is operating
2. Release the accelerator pedal and depress the brake pedal.

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)
Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)
It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released

• Operate the parking brake once again.
  This light comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally.

Parking brake indicator (Canada)
Parking brake indicator (warning buzzer)
It is possible that the parking brake is not fully engaged or released

• Operate the parking brake once again.
  This light comes on when the parking brake is not released. If the light turns off after the parking brake is fully released, the system is operating normally.

Brake hold operated indicator
Indicates a malfunction in the brake hold system

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Electric power steering system warning light (Red/yellow)
Electric power steering system warning light (warning buzzer)
Indicates a malfunction in the EPS (Electric Power Steering) system

• Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

PCS warning light
When a buzzer sounds simultaneously:
Indicates a malfunction has occurred in the PCS (Pre-Col-lision System).

• Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
  When a buzzer does not sound:
  The PCS (Pre-Collision System) has become temporarily unavailable, corrective action may be necessary.
• Follow the instructions displayed on the multi-infor-mation display.
  If the PCS (Pre-Collision System) or VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system is disabled, the PCS warning light will illuminate.

ICS OFF indicator (if equipped)
When a buzzer sounds:
Indicates a malfunction in the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system

• Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.
  When a buzzer does not sound:
  This indicates that the system is temporarily unavailable, possibly due to a sensor being dirty or covered with ice, etc.
• Clear the dirt, etc.

LDA indicator (Amber)
Indicates a malfunction in the LDA

 

• When “LDA Unavailable” is displayed on the multi-information display, turn the LDA system off, drive the vehicle for a short time, and then turn the LDA system back on.
  When a message other than above is displayed, follow the instructions displayed in the message.

Slip indicator
Indicates a malfunction in:

 

• The VSC (Vehicle Stability Control) system;
• The TRAC (Traction Control) system; or
• The ABS
  The light will flash when the VSC or TRAC system is operating.

Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately.

Low fuel level warning light

• For 2WD models
  Indicates that the remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.3 L, 1.6 Imp. gal.)*3
  Indicates that the remaining fuel is approximately 2.4 gal. (9.1 L, 2.0 Imp. gal.)
• For AWD models
  Indicates that the remaining fuel is approximately 2.2 gal. (8.2 L, 1.8 Imp. gal.)

Refuel the vehicle.

Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
Warns the driver and/or front passenger to fasten their seat belts

 

• Fasten the seat belt.
  If the front passenger’s seat is occupied, the front passenger’s seat belt also needs to be fastened to make the warning light (warning buzzer) turn off.

Rear passengers’ seat belt reminder lights
Warns the rear passengers to fasten their seat belts.

 

• Fasten the seat belt.

Master warning light
A buzzer sounds and the warning light comes on and flashes to indicate that the master warning system has detected a malfunction.

 

Tire pressure warning light
Indicates the following:

 

• Low tire pressure due to flat tire;
• Low tire pressure due to natural causes; or
• The tire pressure warning system is malfunctioning

Immediately stop the vehicle in a safe place. Handling method

1. These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2. This light illuminates the multi-information display.
3. This light flashes to indicate a malfunction.
4. This light flashes or illuminates to indicate a malfunction.
5. This light illuminates the center panel.

Indicators

The indicators inform the driver of the operating state of the vehicle’s various systems.

Turn signal indicator
Operating instructions

 

1. Right turn
2. Lane change to the right (move the lever partway and release it)
   The right-hand signals will flash 3 times.
3. Lane change to the left (move the lever partway and release it)
   The left-hand signals will flash 3 times.
4. Left turn

Headlight indicator (U.S.A.)
The headlights can be operated manually or automatically.

Operating instructions
Operating the switch turns on the lights as follows:

1. The headlights, daytime running lights P. 204), and all the lights listed below turn on and off automatically.
   (When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode)
2. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime running lights (P. 204) turn on.
3. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on.
4. The daytime running lights turn off.

• For U.S.A.
• For Canada

Tail light indicator (Canada)
Operating the switch turns on the lights as follows:

 

1. The headlights, daytime running lights P. 204), and all the lights listed below turn on and off automatically.
   (When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode)
2. The side marker, parking, tail, license plate, instrument panel lights, and daytime running lights (P. 204) turn on.
3. The headlights and all the lights listed above (except daytime running lights) turn on.
4. The daytime running lights turn off.

• For U.S.A.
• For Canada

Automatic High Beam indicator

1. With the headlights on, push the lever away from you to turn on the high beams. Pull the lever toward you to the center position to turn the high beams off.
2. Pull the lever toward you and release it to flash the high beams once. You can flash the high beams with the headlights on or off.

Eco-driving indicator

1. Eco Driving Indicator Light
   During Eco-friendly acceleration (Eco-driving), the Eco Driving Indicator Light will turn on. When the acceleration exceeds the Zone of Eco driving, or when the vehicle is stopped, the light turns off.
2. Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display Suggests the Zone of Eco-driving with the current Eco-driving ratio based on acceleration.
3. Eco-driving ratio based on acceleration If the acceleration exceeds the Zone of Eco driving, the right side of the Eco Driving Indicator Zone Display will illuminate.
4. Zone of eco-driving

Eco Driving Indicator will not operate under the following conditions:

• The shift lever is in any position other than D.
• A paddle shift switch (if equipped) is operated.
• Neither normal mode nor Eco drive mode is selected.
• The vehicle speed is approximately 80 mph (130 km/h) or higher.

Parking brake indicator (U.S.A.)
The parking brake is set or released automatically according to the shift lever operation.
Even when in automatic mode, the parking brake can be set and released manually.

1. Turn automatic mode on (while the vehicle is stopped, pull and hold the parking brake switch until a message is shown on the multi-information display)
   1. When the shift lever is moved out of P, the parking brake will be released, and the parking brake indicator light and parking brake light turn off.
   2. When the shift lever is moved into P, the parking brake will be set, and the parking brake indicator light and parking brake light turn on.
      Operate the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed.
2. Turns automatic mode off (while the vehicle is stopped, press and hold the parking brake switch until a message is shown on the multi-information display)
   Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.

• For U.S.A.
• For Canada

Parking brake indicator (Canada)
The parking brake is set or released automatically according to the shift lever operation.
Even when in automatic mode, the parking brake can be set and released manually.

1. Turn automatic mode on (while the vehicle is stopped, pull and hold the parking brake switch until a message is shown on the multi-information display)
   1. When the shift lever is moved out of P, the parking brake will be released, and the parking brake indicator light and parking brake light turn off.
   2. When the shift lever is moved into P, the parking brake will be set, and the parking brake indicator light and parking brake light turn on.
      Operate the shift lever with the brake pedal depressed.
2. Turns automatic mode off (while the vehicle is stopped, press and hold the parking brake switch until a message is shown on the multi-information display)
   Operate the parking brake switch while depressing the brake pedal.

• For U.S.A.
• For Canada

Brake hold operated indicator
The brake hold system keeps the brake applied when the shift lever is in D, S, or N with the system on and the brake pedal has been depressed to stop the vehicle. The system releases the brake when the accelerator pedal is depressed with the shift lever in D or S to allow a smooth start-off.

Turns the brake hold system on
The brake hold standby indicator (green) comes on. While the system is holding the brake, the brake hold operated indicator (yellow) comes on.

1. Brake hold standby indicator
2. Brake hold operated indicator

Brake hold standby indicator
The brake hold standby indicator (green) comes on. While the system is holding the brake, the brake hold operated indicator (yellow) comes on.

1. Brake hold standby indicator
2. Brake hold operated indicator

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Cruise control indicator
In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates, decelerates, and stops to match the speed changes of the preceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In constant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range on free-ways and highways.

• Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 250)
• Constant speed control mode (P. 256)

Meter display

1. Display
2. Set speed
3. Indicators

Operation switches

1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch
2. “+ RES” switch
3. Cruise control main switch
4. Cancel switch
5. “- SET” switch

Dynamic radar cruise control indicator
In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates, decelerates, and stops to match the speed changes of the preceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In constant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range on free-ways and highways.

• Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode (P. 250)
• Constant speed control mode (P. 256)

Meter display

1. Display
2. Set speed
3. Indicators

Operation switches

1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch
2. “+ RES” switch
3. Cruise control main switch
4. Cancel switch
5. “- SET” switch

Cruise control “SET” indicator
In vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode, the vehicle automatically accelerates, decelerates, and stops to match the speed changes of the preceding vehicle even if the accelerator pedal is not depressed. In constant speed control mode, the vehicle runs at a fixed speed.
Use the dynamic radar cruise control with full-speed range on free-ways and highways.

• Vehicle-to-vehicle distance control mode
• Constant speed control mode

Meter display

1. Display
2. Set speed
3. Indicators

Operation switches

1. Vehicle-to-vehicle distance switch
2. “+ RES” switch
3. Cruise control main switch
4. Cancel switch
5. “- SET” switch

PCS warning light
Changing settings of the pre-collision system Enabling/disabling the pre-collision system
The pre-collision system can be enabled/disabled on (P. 100) of the multi-information display. The system is automatically enabled each time the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

The system is automatically enabled each time the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.

ICS OFF indicator (if equipped)
Turning the Intelligent Clearance Sonar system on/off

 

1. Press / the meter control switches, and select.
2. Press / the meter control switches, and select.
3. Press the meter control switch.
4. Select the “Yes” and push
   When the Intelligent Clearance Sonar is disabled, the ICS OFF indicator illuminates. To re-enable the system when it was disabled, select the multi-information display, select and then “On”. If disabled using this method, the system will not be re-enabled by turning the engine switch off and then to IGNITION ON mode.

LDA indicator (White)
When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane and assists by operating the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in its lane.
The LDA system recognizes visible white (yellow) lines with the camera sensor on the upper portion of the windshield.

LDA indicator (Green)
When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane and assists by operating the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in its lane. The LDA system recognizes visible white (yellow) lines with the camera sensor on the upper portion of the windshield.

LDA indicator (Amber)
When driving on highways and freeways with white (yellow) lines, this function alerts the driver when the vehicle might depart from its lane and assists by operating the steering wheel to keep the vehicle in its lane.
The LDA system recognizes visible white (yellow) lines with the camera sensor on the upper portion of the windshield.

Slip indicator
The slip indicator light will flash while the TRAC/VSC systems are operating.

 

VSC OFF indicator
Turning off both TRAC and VSC systems To turn the TRAC and VSC systems off, press and hold for more than 3 seconds while the vehicle is stopped. The VSC OFF indicator light will come on and the Traction Control Turned Off” will be shown on the multiinformation display*. Press again to turn the system back on. *: Pre-collision brake assist and pre-collision braking will also be disabled. The PCS warning light will come on and the message will be shown on the multi-information display.

“BSM” indicator
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;

 

• The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes
• The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use the same sensors.

1. Multi-information display
   Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (P. 261)
2. Outside rear-view mirror indicators
   BSM function:
   When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rearview mirror indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rearview mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
   RCTA function:
   When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the outside rear-view mirror indicators flash.
3. “BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator
   When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.

“RCTA” indicator
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;

 

• The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes
• The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use the same sensors.

1. Multi-information display
   Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (P. 261)
2. Outside rear-view mirror indicators
   BSM function:
   When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rearview mirror indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rearview mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
   RCTA function:
   When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the outside rear-view mirror indicators flash.
3. “BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator
   When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.

BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) outside rear view mirror indicators
The Blind Spot Monitor is a system that has 2 functions;

 

• The BSM (Blind Spot Monitor) function Assists the driver in making a decision when changing lanes
• The RCTA (Rear Cross Traffic Alert) function Assists the driver when backing up

These functions use the same sensors.

1. Multi-information display
   Turning the BSM function/RCTA function on/off. (P. 261)
2. Outside rear-view mirror indicators
   BSM function:
   When a vehicle is detected in the blind spot, the outside rearview mirror indicator comes on while the turn signal lever is not operated and the outside rearview mirror indicator flashes while the turn signal lever is operated.
   RCTA function:
   When a vehicle approaching from the right or left rear of the vehicle is detected, the outside rear-view mirror indicators flash.
3. “BSM” indicator/“RCTA” indicator
   When the BSM function/RCTA function is turned on, the indicator illuminates.

“AIR BAG ON/OFF” indicator
Your vehicle is equipped with a front-passenger occupant classification system. This system detects the conditions of the front passenger seat and activates or deactivates the front passenger airbag and front passenger knee airbag.

1. Driver’s and front passenger’s seat belt reminder light
2. SRS warning light
3. The “AIR BAG OFF” indicator light
4. “AIR BAG ON” indicator light

Security indicator
The alarm uses light and sound to give an alert when an intrusion is detected.
The alarm is triggered in the following situations when the alarm is set:

• A locked door is unlocked or opened in any way other than using the entry function, wireless remote control, or mechanical key. (The doors will lock again automatically.)
• The trunk is opened in any way other than using the entry function or wireless remote control.
• The hood is opened.

Intuitive parking assist indicator (if equipped)
The distance from your vehicle to nearby objects when parallel parking or maneuvering into a garage is measured by the sensors and communicated via the displays and a buzzer. Always check the surrounding area when using this system.

Smart key system indicator
Performing the following operations when carrying the electronic key on your person starts the engine or changes engine switch modes.

1. Check that the parking brake is set.
2. Check that the shift lever is in P.
3. Firmly depress the brake pedal.
   and a message will be displayed on the multi-information display. If it is not displayed, the engine cannot be started.
4. Press the engine switch shortly and firmly.
   When operating the engine switch, one short, firm press is enough. It is not necessary to press and hold the switch.
   The engine will crank until it starts or for up to 30 seconds, whichever is less.

Continue depressing the brake pedal until the engine is completely started. The engine can be started from any engine switch mode.

“SPORT” indicator (if equipped)
Use sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling are desired, for example, when driving on mountain roads.
When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.

“SPORT S” indicator (if equipped)
Use sport mode when increased acceleration response and precise handling are desired, for example, when driving on mountain roads.
When the “SPORT” switch is pressed, the “SPORT” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.

“SPORT S+” indicator (if equipped)
Helps to ensure steering performance and driving stability by simultaneously controlling the steering and suspension in addition to the transmission and engine. Suitable for sportier driving. When in SPORT S mode, if the “SPORT S/S+” switch is pressed, the “SPORT S+” indicator will come on in the multi-information display.

“CUSTOM” indicator (if equipped)

• Normal mode
  Use for normal driving.
  While in Eco drive mode, Sport mode, or Custom mode press the “NOR-MAL/CUSTOM” switch to change the driving mode to normal mode.
• Custom mode
  Allows you to drive with the following functions set to your preferred settings.
  Custom mode settings can only be changed on the drive mode customization display of the audio system screen.
  (Displaying the drive mode customization display: P. 506) When the “NORMAL/CUSTOM” switch is pressed, the “CUSTOM” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.

“ECO MODE” indicator
Use Eco-drive mode to help achieve low fuel consumption during trips that involve frequent accelerating. When the “ECO” switch is pressed, the “ECO MODE” indicator comes on in the multi-information display.

Low outside temperature indicator
In the following situations, the correct outside temperature may not be displayed, or the display may take longer than normal to change:

• When stopped, or driving at low speeds (less than 16 mph [25 km/h])
• When the outside temperature has changed suddenly (at the entrance/exit of a garage, tunnel, etc.)
• When “” or “E” is displayed, the system may be malfunctioning. Take your vehicle to your Toyota dealer.

1. These lights turn on when the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode to indicate that a system check is being performed. They will turn off after the engine is started, or after a few seconds. There may be a malfunction in a system if a light does not come on, or turn off. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
2. This light illuminates the multi-information display.
3. This light does not turn on when the system is disabled.
4. This light turns on when the system is off.
5. This light flashes to indicate that the system is operating.
6. These indicators will illuminate the following situations to indicate that the system’s initial check is being performed:
   1. When the BSM function or RCTA function is enabled and the engine switch is turned to IGNITION ON mode.
   2. When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the BSM function is enabled.
   3. When the engine switch is in IGNITION ON mode and the RCTA function is enabled. (At this time, a buzzer will also sound.)
      The indicators will turn off after a few seconds. If the indicators do not illuminate or turn off, or if a buzzer does not sound when the RCTA function is enabled, the system may be malfunctioning. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer.
7. This light illuminates the outside rear-view mirrors.
8. This light illuminates the center panel.
9. When the outside temperature is approximately 37°F (3°C) or lower, this indicator will flash for approximately 10 seconds, and then stay on.

WARNING

If a safety system warning light does not come on
Should a safety system light such as the ABS and SRS warning lights not come on when you start the engine, this could mean that these systems are not available to help protect you in an accident, which could result in death or serious injury. Have the vehicle inspected by your Toyota dealer immediately if this occurs.

 

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